Software Development Engineer, AFT Outbound/Flow

Amazon; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of e-commerce innovation! As a Software Development Engineer, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions daily. Work with cutting-edge technologies to optimize warehouse operations and deliver tangible results. Your contributions will enhance worker safety, improve efficiency, and directly benefit customers worldwide. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in global commerce, this role offers the perfect opportunity to see your code transform into real-world solutions. Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to revolutionizing fulfillment technologies!

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

RRSP Plan

Maternity Leave

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software development experience required.
• Experience in design or architecture of systems is essential.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language is a must.

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable software solutions for warehouse operations.
• Create reliable, well-tested code for massive scale.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Software Development

Problem Solving

Design Patterns

Programming Languages

Data-Driven Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Source Control Management

Testing Frameworks

Job description

Software Development Engineer, AFT Outbound/Flow

Transform the Future of E-commerce with Amazon Fulfillment Technologies!

Are you passionate about solving complex technological challenges that impact millions of lives daily? Join our dynamic Picking Toronto team, where groundbreaking innovation meets real-world logistics at an unprecedented scale. We're seeking exceptional talent to revolutionize how Amazon delivers billions of items to customers worldwide.

At Amazon Fulfillment Technologies, we're at the heart of Amazon's global operations, developing mission-critical solutions that power over 80 warehouses across the globe. Our team combines advanced computer science, state-of-the-art automation, and sophisticated algorithms to ensure seamless fulfillment of customer promises.

The Picking Toronto team is pioneering the next generation of warehouse optimization software. Here's what makes our challenge unique:

• Real-time Decision Making: Design systems that make split-second decisions in dynamic warehouse environments
• Massive Scale Impact: Your optimizations can save millions of dollars and improve thousands of workers' daily experiences
• Innovation at Speed: Develop innovative solutions using the latest technologies and vast amounts of data
• Tangible Results: See your code transform into real-world improvements that directly benefit both employees and customers

We're not just writing code – we're crafting the future of retail logistics. Every optimization you implement cascades into better efficiency, improved worker safety, and cost savings that benefit millions of customers. If you're ready to tackle challenging problems at scale and make a lasting impact on global commerce, we want to hear from you.

Join us in building tomorrow's fulfillment solutions today!
Learn more about Amazon's warehouses & software engineering:

http://money.cnn.com/2016/10/06/technology/amazon-warehouse-robots/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRQwkJLRfWw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TL80_8ACPc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bdRKaodLK8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BzaZAAS1kc

Key job responsibilities
As a Software Engineer at Amazon, you'll go beyond just writing code. You'll design and build scalable software solutions that power our warehouse operations, working directly with the teams who use your software every day. This hands-on experience will help you deeply understand their needs and identify opportunities for meaningful improvements. You'll create reliable, well-tested code that can handle our massive scale, and solve complex problems with practical, efficient solutions. What makes this role unique is seeing your work in action as it helps thousands of warehouse workers daily, making data-driven decisions that directly impact Amazon's bottom line. We're looking for practical problem-solvers who can turn complex challenges into simple, effective solutions while collaborating with diverse teams across the organization. If you're excited about seeing your code make an immediate impact in the real world, this role is for you.

A day in the life
Amazon provides comprehensive benefits for eligible employees and their family members, including domestic partners and children. Benefits vary based on location, work hours, employment duration, and job status. Full-time employees typically receive:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Maternity and Parental Leave Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- RRSP Plan

Don't hesitate to apply if you don't meet all qualifications. Amazon values diverse backgrounds and experiences, and we welcome passionate individuals eager to make a global impact.

About the team
Amazon Fulfillment Technologies (AFT) is the innovative force that powers Amazon's vast fulfillment network, orchestrating a symphony of technology, data, and human ingenuity. Our team creates breakthrough solutions that seamlessly blend software, hardware, and advanced analytics to ensure millions of customers worldwide receive their packages exactly when promised.

Within AFT, our Outbound Flow team optimizes the journey of every package through Amazon's fulfillment centers. Using data science, machine learning, and innovative engineering, we revolutionize warehouse efficiency and create sustainable delivery solutions. Every system we optimize directly translates into millions of customer smiles worldwide.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.